How to Cook Corn

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BEFORE COOKING:

Just before cooking, remove the husks and silk from the corn cob, then rinse under cold water.

COOKING:

Place the corn into boiling water – this helps preserve its natural juices. Fresh sugar corn (store-bought) should be cooked for 10–15 minutes. Field corn should be cooked for 40–90 minutes (young corn cooks more than twice as fast as mature corn). Start timing once the water returns to a boil. Immediately after it starts boiling, add sugar (about 1 teaspoon per liter of water). Do not add salt, as it can cause the kernels to toughen. Cook covered – this reduces cooking time and preserves vitamins. To check if the corn is done, remove a few kernels and taste for tenderness.

AFTER COOKING:

After cooking, drain the corn cob.

SERVING SUGGESTION:

Serve with butter and a sprinkle of salt.

Enjoy your meal!

Check how to cook frozen corn.